Designed by Constance

Switching with the Seasons

Constance — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:20:17 +0000

As the weather becomes hotter, and I reach for the air conditioner, I am amused by the fact that I am surrounded by piles of wool. The hot and sticky fibers cling to my damp skin but I know that if I am to complete my fall collection it is now or never. I love wool and alpaca, I love to wear them, the feel of them, and the longevity that their classic style offers to any wardrobe. I find that blending the fibers on my carder and even spinning them into lovely yarns makes me feel better. As each yarn is transformed into fabric on the loom and then into garments I am always amazed by what is created. This years collection will feature a longer jacket, handspun hats and even a few traditional ponchos. I am toying with a new design for a jacket and fingerless mittens and will hopefully have them out by Christmas time. In addition I am still making my triangular shawls out of handspuns and have added Celtic Plaids for the local Scottish Clans.

This summer, I will also be hand painting my cottons and rayons for next Springs Collection. I love to dye and to mix colors under the shade of a tree on a breezy day. The yarns will heat set in the yard for a few days and then later be washed and dried for use in the winter. I have some new concepts on the drawing board for next Spring as well, and am eagerly waiting for those cold drab winter days to bring out my colorful yarns to cheer me up. Of course I will also have my heater turned up to ward off the chill.

So as the seasons change I will be changing right along with them. I will try to post more pics on my facebook site as well as in these blogs.

Hope to see ya’ll in Cullman Alabama April 20-21 for the Blossom Festival, Franklin TN April 27-28 Main St Festival, and May 4-6 Nashville at the TACA Show…

Designed By Constance

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:10:38 +0000

Celtic Shawls

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:43:51 +0000

Celtic Woolen Shawls made in the plaid of your choice . All are 72 inches long. $395

Scarves and Hats

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:18:17 +0000

Multi colored ruffled scarf $40. Color availability may be limited to stock on hand. Wool Hats are hand spun hand dyed felted and trimmed $55. Hand spun hat in luxury fiber such as alpaca, wolf, possum etc. $100

Beanies and Berets

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:17:11 +0000

Rayon crocheted beret in the flapper style. Can be worn with or without the antique buttoned flower. $45

Fringed Jackets

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:16:06 +0000

Handpainted blends of rayon or cotton are woven into a carefree fringed styled jacket. One size will fit most. Custom orders are available. $295

Wrap Ponchos

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:14:48 +0000

Made of rayon or cotton blends, each wrap is hand painted before the weaving process. One size will fit most. If you need a larger size, I will gladly make one for you. $195

Cocoon Jackets

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 03:13:02 +0000

Hand painted rayon or cotton blends. You pick the colors and I will take it from there, all are one of a kind designed for you. $350

Triangular Shawl Sets

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 01:58:41 +0000

Hand Spun Wool Felted Hat with Hand Woven Triangular Woolen Shawl.

Starting at $300 per set.

Shawl and Hat Sets

Constance — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 01:48:30 +0000

All natural colored hand spun fiber, including: Alpaca, Wool, Wolf, Silk, and Blends.

Prices range from $350-$500 per set.